A FORMER England and Premier League footballer has been arrested on suspicion of attempted rape.
The suspect, who played for the Three Lions in the 2010s, was detained at Stansted following an allegation from an ex-partner.
Police said he was bailed pending further inquiries.
An ex-England football star has been arrested on suspicion of attempted rapeCredit: Getty
The ace was stopped at a passport control point in Stansted AirportCredit: Getty
The former ace was stopped at a passport control point in Stansted Airport.
It is understood his details showed he was wanted by over a non-recent allegation of attempted rape reported by a former partner.
Border Force guards stopped him before he could board his budget flight on Sunday night.
One source said: “He was walking through passport control when he was discreetly pulled aside by
“There was clearly an issue and he was led away.”
It’s bizarre that he was arrested at the airport when he has been quite visible in public recently.
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It follows a complaint by the star’s ex-partner several weeks ago, leading to an investigation by Police.
She alleged that he attempted to rape her during their relationship.
Officers from Essex Police were alerted and travelled to to arrest the suspect, who cannot be named for legal reasons.
He was driven to a local police station where his fingerprints, sample and mugshot were taken.
Recent public events
The suspect, who played for England in the 2010s, would have been banged up in a cell until his solicitor arrived and detectives came to question him.
He was held for several hours before being released on bail pending further inquiries.
The airport arrest sparked confusion as he is known to have attended recent public events.
A source said: “It’s bizarre that he was arrested at the airport when he has been quite visible in public recently.”
Meanwhile, the complainant has been interviewed by specialist sex crimes officers and offered counselling and support.
Essex Police said: “A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted rape and has been bailed to a date in late February 2026 while we continue our enquiries.”
The former footballer was held for several hours before being released on bailCredit: Getty
Border Force guards stopped him before he could board his budget flight from StanstedCredit: Getty
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